Slow Cooker Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

This Slow Cooker Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe is a simple and flavorful dish that makes the most of your crockpot. With tender chicken infused with zesty lemon and pepper, it’s an easy meal option for busy days.

Using a slow cooker allows the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day. This recipe is perfect for serving with rice or vegetables for a complete meal.

Easy Crockpot Lemon Pepper Chicken

This dish features chicken thighs or breasts seasoned with lemon juice, pepper, and herbs, slow-cooked until juicy and tender. The recipe takes about 6 hours on low heat and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme or oregano
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: If desired, season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place the chicken in the slow cooker.
Mix the Marinade: In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and olive oil. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Serve: Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve with rice or steamed vegetables.